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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Endoscopy Technician** **II** ** ** **– St. Mary's Hospital

Job Summary:

The Endoscopy Technician II performs competent inspection and reprocessing of all re-usable department supplies, instruments, and equipment in accordance with organization policy and procedures.  The Endoscopy Technician II demonstrate knowledge of the standards of practice and guidelines for reprocessing in department and ensures that all re-usable supplies, instruments, and equipment are processed, tracked, and stored in accordance with organization policy and procedure. The Endoscopy Technician II provides competent care to patients undergoing department procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed and appropriately credentialed physician or Registered nurse. The Endoscopy Technician II provides clinical support to the Physician and/or Registered Nurse during all phases of care, ensuring that safe, effective, and timely interventions are taking place during procedures.

Essential Functions:

+ Successfully performs all essential job functions of an Endo technician I, such as supply, instrument, and equipment management.

+ Assists providers and associates with any department needs.

+ Assists with screening, diagnostic, and therapeutic department procedures including but not limited to: patient positioning, patient care/comfort, taking biopsies, collecting specimens, polyp removal, banding, application of clips, stent insertion, stent removal, feeding tube insertion, dilation, mucosal brushing, decompressions, foreign body retrieval, fine needle aspirations, specialty equipment exchanges and cautery, and  direct patient care.

+ Ensures accurate documentation of specimens.   Demonstrates proper specimen handling, labeling and transportation per department procedure. Anticipates the needs of the patient, providers and/or case.  Communicates with patients’ family/significant other as needed. Provides support to alleviate any fear or anxiety regarding tests, procedures, equipment and medications.

+ Prioritizes tasks/assignments based on patient need and skill level, assuming full accountability. Acts as a resource / mentor to others within the organization as the opportunity arises.

+ Transports patients to and from areas of hospital.  Discharges outpatients as needed.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

+  High School diploma or equivalent (required)

Required** **Licensing & Certifications:

+ BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Experience:

+ Six-months of previous Endoscope reprocessing experience (required)

+ One year of previous Endoscopy reprocessing experience (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills _:_

+ _Knowledge_ _of infection control principles.  _

+ _Ability to_ _maintain_ _accurate_ _documentation as_ _required_ _.  _

+ _Ability and_ _wiliness_ _to float throughout markets as directed._ _ _

+ _Monitor patient conditions during treatment_

+ _Inform medical professionals_ _regarding_ _patient conditions and care_

+ _Inform supervisory of supply, instrument, and equipment concerns_

+ _Analytical skills _

+ _Working knowledge of basic sciences, such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, asepsis, sterile_ _techniques_ _and operating room techniques_

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

+ _Attention to detail_

+ _Acceptance of authority_

+ _Critical thinking_

+ _Communication with providers, supervisors, teammates and patients and their family members_

+ _Teamwork_

+ _Conflict resolution_

+ _Active listening_

+ _Relationship building_

Training:

None

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

+ Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

+ Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

+ Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

+ Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

_Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status._

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]